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SWIFT Technical Architect

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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22 Jul 2024 at 09:46

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has awarded a contract titled "SWIFT Technical Architect" to Waterman Aspen Ltd. This project falls under the industry category of Railway Transport Services and is located in Birmingham, England, with postcode B19 3SD. The procurement process is in the Award stage, having commenced with a tender period that ended on 4th December 2023, and the contract is set to run from 6th December 2023 to 5th December 2024. The value of the contract is £203,800. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, which involves a pre-qualified pool of suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technical and infrastructure consulting sectors. Companies specialising in technical architecture, particularly those with experience in railway transport services, can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio. While this specific contract might not be suitable for SMEs or VCSEs due to its selective nature, large-scale consulting firms that can offer comprehensive technical support and optimisation services would find this contract an excellent opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities and strengthen their market presence with a prominent public authority.

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Notice Title

SWIFT Technical Architect

Notice Description

the commission will deliver 12 months to support in the capacity of 'Technical Architect'. The consultant will ensure the optimization and continuous development of the Swift technology architecture and infrastructure. The primary objective is to enhance the customer experience, improve efficiency, bolster security, and ensure the best value for TfWM and its partners. With the development of technical specifications and scrutiny of specifications developed by others to ensure seamless integration with existing systems during a significant phase of technical development.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c6aa24b-5319-4319-96c8-57d7d3598300
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/724f8be2-a96e-4791-9b3f-d4dc48c965b0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60200000 - Railway transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£203,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£203,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Dec 20232 years ago
Contract Period
6 Dec 2023 - 5 Dec 2024 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERMAN ASPEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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